Quality, Risk Management & Compliance Lead

We are seeking an experienced Quality, Risk Management & Compliance Lead who will be responsible for ensuring the effectiveness of the firm's quality, compliance, risk management, and governance frameworks. The Quality, Risk Management & Compliance Lead plays a key role in safeguarding regulatory compliance, strengthening risk awareness, maintaining quality standards, and driving continuous improvement across the organization.

• Min. 7-8 years working experience in Compliance, Risk Management, Quality Management, Internal Controls, AML, Internal Audit, or related fields
• Graduate in Law, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or other relevant areas
• Strong knowledge of AML regulations, compliance frameworks, risk management principles, and internal control systems
• Experience in designing, implementing, and monitoring compliance and quality management frameworks
• Experience with client acceptance and continuance processes, risk assessments, and governance activities
• Knowledge of ISO standards (e.g., ISO 27001, ISO 9001 or other applicable frameworks), quality management systems (e.g. ISQM framework), and regulatory compliance requirements are mandatory
• Professional certifications such as CAMS, CIA, CRMA, ISO Lead Auditor, or equivalent represent a strong advantage
• Willing to continuously improve their knowledge
• Excellent communication skills in Romanian and English

• Lead and continuously enhance the firm's Quality Management System, ensuring alignment with professional standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements
• Manage the Compliance & Risk team, ensuring efficient execution of activities, effective resource allocation, and achievement of departmental objectives
• Coordinate and oversee the internal quality monitoring program, including control testing, quality reviews, root cause analysis, and remediation plans
• Manage and develop the quality framework applicable to both assurance and non-assurance services
• Oversee client due diligence, KYC reviews, sanctions screening, beneficial ownership verification, and AML risk assessments
• Act as the firm's key contact for AML compliance activities, ensuring effective implementation and monitoring of AML policies, controls, and governance processes
• Provide guidance and challenge on client acceptance, continuance decisions, and other high-risk matters from a compliance and risk perspective
• Manage interactions with regulatory authorities, inspections, reporting obligations, and compliance reviews
• Develop and maintain the firm's risk management framework, supporting risk identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting activities
• Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of relevant ISO standards and certifications
• Advise leadership and business teams on compliance, governance, ethics, independence, and risk-related matters
• Review contracts and engagements from a compliance and risk management perspective, identifying potential regulatory, legal, and reputational risks
• Deliver training and awareness initiatives to promote a strong culture of quality, compliance, ethics, and risk management
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior leadership regarding key compliance, quality, and risk indicators
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring regulatory requirements are translated into practical and effective business processes